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Title: BVP Rampage
Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
BVP – Brunswick Value Performance – Exceptional Value and Great Performance
The Brunswick BVP™ series was developed to provide the widest range of reactions available at the popular moderate price point. The BVP series provides any bowler the ball performance they’re looking for at a price they can afford.


Technology
The BVP Rampage combines a pearlized PowerKoil 18 coverstock with the proven BVP medium-RG core system to create a ball reaction that fits between the Nemesis and Punisher. With its pearlized surface the Rampage delivers more length and more angularity than the Nemesis and its aggressive PowerKoil 18 coverstock delivers more total hooking action than the Punisher. The new BVP Rampage will send the pins into a frenzy. Get the power of BVP. Go on a Rampage.


Utility
Out of the Box: With its High Gloss Polish finish the BVP Rampage will match up well on medium-dry to dry conditions.
When dulled: The BVP Rampage’s hooking action will increase and its arc will become more even, creating a better match-up for oily lane conditions and help blend the over/under reactions seen on wet/dry lane conditions.


Reaction Setup
The BVP Rampage can be drilled using the standard drilling techniques developed for two-piece balls, see the included instructions for reaction characteristics and layout details.

The BVP Rampage is finished with Brunswick’s Factory Finish High Gloss Polish. To bring your BVP Rampage back to its original factory finish sand the surface to 400-grit then use Brunswick’s Factory Finish High Gloss Polish. Available from your local Pro Shop.

Coverstock
PowerKoil 18 - Reactive
Color:  
Red/Yellow Pearl
Hardness: 76-78
Factory Finish
High Gloss Polish
More Information

Core Dynamics
RG Max: 2.580”  
RG Min: 2.536”
RG Diff: 0.044”
RG Avg: 4.6
Performance
Hook Potential: 105
Length: 105
Breakpoint Shape: 75
Available Weights
10-16 Pounds

Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: sparebowler138 on September 06, 2005, 05:38:05 PM
Finally they added this ball (Thanks to me for e-mailing them) Well anyways

My ball was layed out with the pin 3 3/8" from my PAP, there are pics in my profile, and I have to say this ball is very predictable and versatile. I was able to use this ball on Med-Heavy conditions depending on how long the pattern was I could play out to the 3rd arrow and come back very hard into pocket. On medium conditions this ball just dominates, I can throw it out to the 2nd arrow and have it crash the pocket. On med-light conditions I had to throw it out really far or decrease my revs without it hooking the whole lane.  I found this ball to work the best on medium oil, if I missed left of my target (on a THS) it would catch the dry area and hook back.  If I missed right of my target it would catch oil and hook just the right amount to not hit brooklyn.  This ball doesn't leave too many 10 pins depending on how much oil is on the lane and the the ball enters the pocket. I would recomend this ball to just about anyone.  Great job Brunswick.!!
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: xxZonexx on September 09, 2005, 03:05:45 PM
Id like to say im very pleased with the bvp line i got a nemesis, rampage so far and just ordered a punisher. My Rampage is drilled 3l on brunswicks chart thats about 5.5x5 for me i am very happy with this ball. i threw a 722 in league the other night, and have bowled 5 279 games with it in 1 week. I can not wait to get the punsiher will be a great 1 2 punch

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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Mike Austin on September 14, 2005, 03:17:22 AM
I drilled my Rampage with the pin over my middle finger and the cg close to the center of my span.  This is about a 5" pin to PAP for me, and I use this layout alot as it is fairly strong and predictable.

I have used the Rampage in 3 different houses on AMF synthetics, Brunswick synthtetics, and some decent wood lanes.

This ball is very strong, early rolling ball.  Very heavy in the middle third of the lane.  Like my original Inferno, it is very strong for a pearl ball.  I really need to watch, and move ahead of the lane transition, so that the ball will save enough energy for good hit and carry.  When I do, this ball is awesome.

When the lanes break down or are dry, this ball checks up quickly, for me this is definitely a fresh oil ball, but not necessarily a heavy oil ball.

Straight players will love this ball on medium to some dry lanes, just have to have oil in the front part of the lane, to get it down the lane.

Medium/Tweeners will be able to use this on many lane conditions, could be a benchmark ball for them.  Enough motor to use on some oil, enough shell to get some recovery.

Crankers will use this ball on medium to some oily lanes.  There may be better choices for heavy oil, but players with good ball speed will be able to overpower most medium lane conditions and open up the lane, create huge area to striiiikkkeeee!!!

For the price point, Brunswick has a big winner here.  I was skeptical about this ball, because they already had a pearl resin BVP with the Punisher, but these two balls are nothing alike, now I want to try the Punisher!!!  Damn you Brunswick!!!  LOL!!  More hook than the Punisher.  Possibly more hook than the Nemesis, but a different motion.  Not as good on heavy oil as the Goliath, but definitely a different ball than all the others.

Gotta thank my Brunswick Guy (Robert Lawrence/BrunsBob) for sending me this ball.  Thanks Bro!!!
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Bigmike on September 28, 2005, 04:30:18 PM
See profile for specs: Drilled up Rampage 5 3/4 x 5 1/2(pin over middle finger-cg in center of grip) and left box finish. I have bowled on a couple of different house conditions with varying lengths and oil volumes.

First pattern: 38 feet-medium volume,mostly dry out side of 5. I have to really keep my speed solid or this ball will run away from me on this shot. I get good hit and strong mid-length roll, but if my speed varies, it is off to the 4 pin spot.

Second pattern: 42 feet-medium volume same dry outside of 5. I could get more square to the condition, but changing speeds makes this more of a beast. Once I started to break down the condition, I had to pick up speed and start to open up my angle to the target more. Still very good roll and almost too strong hit(very late seven and nine pins)

Overall, the ball is a lot stronger than I had anticipated when I drilled it up. I see it as a good ball to get a decent read on the condition. I would like to try it on more of a challenging condition to see what it reacts like.
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I have thrown this on some more conditions/surfaces and this ball is still very readable but is now starting to settle in as ball thats pushes thru the heads better. I have been playing with changing my release to more of an dead-up-the-back release and this ball is a tank going thru the pins at that straighter angle with the way this ball picks up the mid-lane.
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Bob Hanson on October 11, 2005, 04:10:12 PM
I have been going to longer pins lately, but was having trouble with a particular broken down house shot that forces you deep, yet still tends to over/under on the oil line.  I picked up a Rampage with a 2 inch pin and set it up up in the old stacked leverage layout, with a balance hole below the PAP.  This ball did just what I hoped.  I still got decent hit when I hugged the oil at 4th arrow.  When I swung it a little wider I got heavy roll and strong continutation but no jerky snap off the dry that had been causing my lots of 4 pins or worse.  This ball is a great step down from the stronger infernos.  I get much better hit from this ball than other midline reactives such as the Bruiser or Punisher but can still use it on similar conditions.  With the leverage layout it reminds me a little of the old Red Fuze with a slightly weaker layout.
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Rampaging on October 17, 2005, 11:13:19 PM
This is my first real ball and all I  can say is I love it. My first shot was a strike and they just keep on coming. I get major pin action and lots of good memories. So far is been really consitant for me and is helping raise my average by leaps and bonds. I recamend this ball for medium outta the box and oil once its got some battle scars.


Overall 8/10 and I'm still learning its tricks
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: twoheadedboy on November 21, 2005, 12:04:40 AM
Great ball. I bought this so that I could take my Smokin' Inferno down to 220/rough buff and use it on a fresh shot, this would be my new 2nd shift league ball. It serves this purpose well...even though it's probably about the same as the Smokin' in box overall, it allowed me to stay with it all 3 games where previously I'd be moving to my Punisher around the end of the 2nd game.

Speaking of the Punisher, if you like that ball and want that look with more oil volume, look no further than this ball. Drill it the same, and you will see the same thing.

What more can be said? It's Powerkoil 18 pearl, so it's going to go long and snap. The BVP core is "middle of the road" in stats, giving you a controllable and readable reaction, and it gets the ball into a nice roll. You will eat fresh shots for breakfast with this ball, tweeners will essentially be able to play anywhere they want on a standard league block with this ball.

If you're looking for a good pearl reactive for your arsenal, it doesn't get any better than this.
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: kingpin76 on December 02, 2005, 02:09:22 AM
Ok this is my first review here so here goes.
My Rampage has a 2.5 pin drilled 2E on drill sheet with a small hole for static weight.
Primary House:
New Synthetics with a typical tree oil pattern,length  is unknown as house does not give up any info on there oiling (sigh).

I wanted something to go along with my Absolute so I bought a Rampage and it has become the first ball out of my bag.It is truly a great ball for your THS.I find in general its best played on the oil line and out a bit to the dry before the breakpoint.Tonight I had a chance to play on a short THS with it and was amazed with its recovery from the deep line I used.One other great thing is it seems to rev up really quick off my hand and still skid until it runs  into the dry backends,it makes a hard, but controllable turn, and is very continuous through the pocket.You can actually see it still reving as it clears the pin deck.

Very versatile ball I give it a 10 of 10 on performance and value.

One drawback that I do have is that it dont take long for this ball to show your track.And it's a dirt and belt mark magnet.If you want the optimal performance you need to wipe it every frame and use a good cleaner when your finished.

Despite this one drawback I highly recommend this ball.For a house shot there is nothing better at any price range.
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: LeftyintheZone on December 04, 2005, 07:52:04 PM
I got a Rampage to go along with my Strike Zone (see other review).  My intent was for a ball that was a couple notches down from the SZ but still strong enough to give me some pop at the pins.  I set it up with the pin under the bridge, CG out a couple inches to put the mass bias on the strong side of the thumb.  Needed a small PAP hole to make it legal.

I kept the Rampage in box/shiny condition.  On an oily shot with carrydown, the Rampage skids 50 feet, tries to wrinkle, but it is washout/bucket city....so I use the Strike Zone for first balls, and use the Rampage to go hard and straight at spares.

On a fresh/stripped medium oil league shot...or if the heads get too dry for your solid or particle ball, the Rampage shines.  I am a stroker/tweener with medium revs, and on a fresh/medium shot I could play 12-13 at the arrows out to 5-6 and watch the Rampage rev up and come back hard.  Colors make it look cool revving up.  Just like the original Danger Zone polished up (same cover, similar specs).  The Rampage is a great value, looks cool, and is very strong as long as you have a good backend.  If you have oil up front plus carrydown or real heavy head oil, the Rampage will skid through your breakpoint...that is where you can either dull up the Rampage (grey or green pad), or pull out a solid (i.e. Strike Zone or Nemesis).

Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: BrunsMike on January 02, 2006, 01:57:57 PM
My Rampage is drilled up very similair to my Vapor Zone but because the VZ has the MB the reactions are different. The pin/cg on my ball is 1" > and 1.25" ^ with CG slighty kicked out to the right about half inch.

This drill gave the ball a nice controlled hook with a stronger then usual back end pop. It is very surface picky. Too polished and its gonna skid forever, too dull and its gonna hook alot. I like the OOB finish with a light touch of green pad. 1st 3 sets with it were crazy, it has since calmed down. 1st 3 nights: 684, 702, 698 with 4 266 games in that time frame. My typical game with this ball is 20 board to 10-7.

0-10 Rating: 8.9
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Blackhawk on February 15, 2006, 07:54:24 PM
Bought 2 of these in the last few months. One is drilled 3 3/8 off axis with strong CG and the other is drilled very weak. The stronger drilling is VERY strong off the dry. The ball goes long and I get a strong reaction back to the hole.

The weaker of the 2 is pretty weak hitting the hole, but works very well for drier lanes and gives a nice soft arc back to the pocket. I have left a lot of pocket 7-10s with this ball though. Probably more related to not using the right ball for the right shot. Going to use this ball mainly when the midlane is breaking down. It has a strong recovery on the drier patterns.

Thinking of drilling one in between these 2 to see what the reaction is though.
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: D Pat on February 26, 2006, 06:15:59 PM
Rampage!

Weight: 15 lbs.
Pin Out: 3"
Surface: Multiple, prefered surface is 1200 grit with no polish or 600 grit Rough Buff

Style: Power Stroker/Cranker
Speed: 17.5-18 MPH (At the pindeck)
PAP: Approximately 4" over and .5" up

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Main Bowling Alley: The New Danville Bowl (Danville, California)
Lane Type: Synthetic
Oil Patttern: Medium viscosity 38 ft. Christmas Tree Pattern with OOB outside of 5 board

How the ball reacted:
I tried this ball with multiple surfaces. I wanted this ball to be for medium/light conditions, but I soon found out the Rampage was stronger than I thought. I tried taking it up to 1500 grit and applying Track's Delayed Reaction Polish. It was still a little too strong, and the DR made it a tad inconsistent in the backend. I faced the facts and realized that this was going to be my medium ball whether I liked it or not . I took it down in surface to 1200 grit and really fell in love with it! This ball gets great length and has a really strong backend! It's almost too angular OOB, but slightly scuffed I really love it! Then again, our THS isn't exactly the easiest of all patterns, so the OOB polished surface didn't match up extremely well. After I put a decent amount of games on it, I cleaned it on the spinner and decided to change up the surface, just to see how it would work at 600 grit with Rough Buff applied. It gives me a similar look, but a tad more length. This ball is a real winner in my book!!!


Reaction Shape: Great length with a very strong backend. The reaction shape was angular at the OOB polished finish, but a tad smoother at 1200 grit and 600 grit Rough Buff.

Hook:
This ball is a true medium ball IMHO. Maybe a tad under medium if you have lower revs or you really polish it up.
6.5/10

Control:
The Rampage OOB was a little difficult to control for me, but scuffed up it was surprisingly controllable for a pearl resin!
7/10

Hit:
This ball definitely hits hard! Can't go wrong with Brunswick when it comes to hitting power !
9/10

Versatility:
Quite versatile, with a simple coverstock change, you could cover almost everything but the extremes!
8/10

Overall:
The Rampage matched up extremely well for me on most mediums, I really love most everything about this ball!!!
9/10


Final Thoughts:
For a "value" ball, you really can NOT beat the Rampage (or any other BVP ball for that matter). Brunswick really has some winners in the BVP and Zone lines! Great job Brunswick!

Thanks for taking the time to read my review! Let me know if you have any questions about the ball .
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: laner7pin on March 12, 2006, 09:11:15 AM
Ok, had this ball for about 4 months now, I guess its time for a review:
See profile for stats
15lbs
2" pin
Drilled 4 1/2 x 3 1/4 (pin 1 1/2" above center grip)
Weight Hole 4" from grip inside PAP
Surface 1000 with High Gloss
http://photobucket.com/albums/f95/laner7pin/Arsenal/?action=view¤t=DSCN0880.jpg

Needed a ball that got through the front part of the lane and had a strong yet controllable backend. After seeing 2 others attempt the Rampage and fail (wrong drilling/operator error) I decided to give it the "3rd time is a charm" test. I did so and after punching it out took it down to practice. After the first 10 shots or so, ball seemed unpredictable and showed signs of over/under. Went into the shop and hit it with a 2000 Abralon pad to smooth it out a bit and wow what a difference. Ball cleared the front 20 feet, picked up a strong roll the next 20 then made a fairly angular (but yet predictable) move on the backend and flushed the hole. Moved around on the approach playing a little more in and a little more out and found the ball to work well for me playing outside best (not enough mitt to really loop it).
 Took the ball to league that night at 2000 pad (drier house) and gave it a shot. Number wise wasnt as high as I wanted, but the reaction I got was stronger than I thought....about an arrow more overall. Next week, added the High Gloss polish to the 2000 and I was able to get my reaction I needed for the house. Playing right around 12-13 at the arrows out to about 7-8 at the "spot" (40-45 feet down lane), ball setup very nice for this house and I was able to outhook/carry/score most every night. Great reaction. Went to a tournament at an older wood lane house and the lanes were playing different than expected, tried the Rampage but could not get lined up (outside was way too early, inside wouldnt turn the corner, inbetween did not carry). Decided to alter the surface after a cleaning and put it at 1000 Abralon with shine, also know the new lane machine was being used for our league and lanes woule play a bit tighter. Playing more of a direct line, (see Ambush review) ball is more skid/flippy than before and not sure how to play them yet. Going to try the surface at 2000 with no polish to see how that works.
 Overall ball has been a wonderfuly addition to my arsenal, after about 50 games on it on several conditions it is a ball that most bowlers can use with success on various patterns. Lower rev players will love the backend and higher rev players can get inside with it when the shot breaks down and really score big. The BVP line is the best Mid-range line on the market hands down. Thank you again Brunswick.

Laner
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Joe_B on May 16, 2006, 08:07:20 PM
Great ball shot some high games, hits hard, and Brunswick did it again with another good ball.

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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Poly-p man on May 24, 2006, 08:29:48 PM
I've had it for a while, so a review is good. I have it drilled about a modified 2e, though I wanted it 2l (guy didn't listen to my ideas, just drilled it up). Anyway, on any condition, it is somewhat hard to control, but that has a little to do with how early it hooks (and how late I'm used to). After several games, I got the hang of it. It's a real heavy hitter, but will die if fed enough oil. "Enough oil" is just about when the oil machine exploded and you have a lake instead of a lane (See, that's a thing called exxageration, but still! ). Anyway, good for a broken down shot, or one that's medium-high oil.

And drill it how you like it

poly-p man
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Monster Stitch on May 27, 2006, 04:03:16 AM
Specs:
15.03lbs
2 inch pin
3oz top

Layout:
5-1/2 Pin to PAP
Pin under bridge
Cg kicked out 1/2 inch
X-hole on PAP

Review:
The Rampage is a unique ball that is very under rated. People say it's for Medium dry lanes but i don't totally agree. I think this ball can handle medium conditions. The backend reaction is really strong. As long as you have friction on the back this ball shines.

I tried the Rampage on AMF Synthetics. The shot was crowned with oil 7 to 7 and dry 7 and out. On the fresh house shot this ball was over and under. You hit the dry early and it goes through the beak. You get it in a little and it skates. I tried it after league in practice and the ball performed a lot better. When the track dried out more i was able to go 16 to 12. The ball would just annihilate the pocket. The hitting power was very impressive.

Before i drilled the weight hole i the ball was skid flippy. I had a hard time getting a consistent reaction with it. I was advised to drilled a weight hole to tone down the reaction with a hole on my pap. After i punched a weight hole on my pap the ball was night and day different. It works on left to right wet dry pretty well.

For a mid price ball this ball performs like high end equipment. Brunswick has made another winner.
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: El Capitán on July 29, 2006, 11:53:20 PM
Awesome ball.
Great color scheme!

Mine is drilled to roll early, with a 4 inch PIN-CG, PIN under ring. Not sure about PAP distance.

Things I liked:
  • Gets good traction in medium oil, but on this there is just enough skid not to jump on me.
  • Continuous arc on medium oil, good hard pop on dryer conditions.
  • Pretty Colors!


It's just a dang good ball!
You will most likely be satisfied with this one
Grade: A+

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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: mogators on August 26, 2006, 12:55:07 AM
Ball specs:
15 lbs 4 oz top weight
3.5" pin out
Drilled:
5x4 pin directly above ring finger
Surface used:
OOB

Have only thrown this in one practice session but so far am very impressed.  Got this ball to use in latter games when heads start breaking down, but threw it on a fresh house shot and had a great shot with it.
Ball was clean through the heads, read the midlane well and finished with a strong arc to moderate snap.  I did not encounter any over/under reaction on this condition, but feel like my execution was very good when throwing it.  Thank you Summer Sport Shot league for refining my game.

Pics of the layout are in my profile.
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: turboxboostr on August 31, 2006, 07:20:54 PM
I get very good hitting power with this bowling ball. The follow-through is good, however I would not recommend it for dry lanes.

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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: robmman on September 12, 2006, 11:37:21 PM
I have to start this off with one word....  WOW.  What a ball.  Brunswick has done it again, a moderately priced ball with high performance.  This is one of the hardest hitting balls I have owned.  My only disappointment was the length, it is a little shorter than I was looking for, but I will live with it for the hitting power, especially when I move in deep.  I have this ball laid out with the pin above the ring finger and the cg right below the ring finger.  It has about 1/2 top and 1/2 side.  This is a must have for league bowler's, and will fit nicely into the tournament player's arsenal.
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: BOWL119 on October 16, 2006, 12:03:14 AM
We purchased this ball for my 14year old son and I have to say that I am very pleased with the purchase. We went into THE IGLOO (DAVE OLM'S PRO-SHOP in TAMPA, FLORIDA) and told him what was happening. Basically the Morich my son was throwing was hooking too much for his Saturday morning league. After talkign with Dave, he suggested the BVP RAMPAGE. Since we have started using it, his scores have gone up as well as his average. This Saturday, 14Oct2006, he shot his first 200 (252) with it.

This ball is very easy to throw. It skids nicely and flips into the pocket with no trouble at all. It is drilled to go long and it does just that. He stands 21 and throws 15. Even ifhe misses his mark by a few boards, the ball finds its way into the pocket. Pins seem to jump off of it cause of it hitting so hard.

I think Big B has a winner with this ball and if the other balls in the BVP line are like this one, then people should look at this line instead of a higher priced line. Great ball for the money, would suggest this to anyone that asks what ball they should look at.
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Jzero on November 11, 2006, 07:30:39 PM
This is probably my most favorite ball in my arsenal.  Ball is drilled 2L on the brunswick drilling sheet.  Favorite line to play with this ball is probably 3 arrow to 1st arrow, but it can handle almost any line I choose to play as long as I'm not insanely deep, 5th or 6th arrow.  It is very easy to adjust your line with this ball before having to change balls.  I've been able to use this ball for 6 straight games before with out loosing the shot with this ball.  
    This ball is more of a controlled strong arc at the end of the shot than a big skid snap.  I like this though because it makes the ball easier to control at the break point.  Overall the rampage is a very versatile ball that can be used on many conditions while being a very controllable ball.


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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: teenbowlingfanatic on November 25, 2006, 02:46:57 AM
I bought this ball because I mainly bowl on medium oiled lanes. It was drilled to be more angular and i don't know what the pin placement is. It works really well for what I want it to do and I really like how since I play the outside line it can look like it is going to go in the gutter and then it hooks back and hits the pocket. I really like how when you hit the pocket it just destroys the pins. I think that it is a really good ball from Brunswick and I really like the BVP line because you can get great performance for a cheaper price.
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BVP Rampage
BVP Nemisis
Strike Zone
Target Zone(spares)
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: robbinsdalepro on December 06, 2006, 04:09:17 PM
By far the most versitile ball i own...works great on the regional patterns late in the squad a must for the high rev player
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Freakin10pin on December 22, 2006, 07:30:35 AM
Drilled the ball with pin at 4-1/2" from PAP which puts it above and to the right of my ring finger.  The CG is tucked in towards my palm.  I guess this would be drilling 2L on the drill sheet.

No suprises here ... gets thru the heads with ease and make a predictable move at the end.  I can see this ball becoming a "go to" tourney piece when the shot gets tough or the lanes start sparking.  Hits like a truck.

I imagine it could be used in a wet/dry situation but have yet to try it.  If you are looking for HOOK, this is not your ball.  If control is what you're after, then you will love it.  

Another winner by Brunswick with an affordable price.
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Revs: med-high to high
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: kingofstrikes15 on January 07, 2007, 07:51:08 PM
2 3/4 inch pin placement. drilled label leverage. best ball i have ever owned. raised avg from 146 to 163 in three weeks high game 246
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Your_Nemesis on January 13, 2007, 06:10:22 PM
This is another great ball from Brunswick. It gets down the lane very well and at the breakpoint makes an angular yet controllable move to the pocket. This ball also holds energy very well so when you hit the pocket, you carry exceptionally well. This ball works very well on both fresh shots and broken down ones so it is very versatile. One drawback I have found in this ball is that it has to be kept in a high gloss polish or the quality of the reaction suffers. Overall, I highly reccomend this ball to bowlers of all skills.
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Arsenal:
Brunswick Total Inferno
Brunswick Strike Zone
BVP Nemesis
BVP Rampage
Dyno-Thane Element Zr40  
Ebonite Maxim (spare)

My specs:
16 mph avg.
Mid-High track
Mid revs
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: dreichen on February 24, 2007, 11:17:23 PM
I've been bowling with a 10lb Brunswick Rampage for almost six months.  My average is 160.  I love my rampage on medium/dry lanes with its strong, late hook, but I'm having a horrible time on heavy oil.  I've finally have time to join a league, but at a house I normally don't bowl at.  They'll have very heavy oil for the league and I don't want to alter my Rampage.  Can anyone recommend a low rev, late hooking ball for a right-hander bowling between the first and third arrows?
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: timisu87 on February 26, 2007, 12:41:57 PM
I tend to disagree with crankabvp.  The ball is designed for medium light conditions and at the same time it is not intended for heavy oil.  I have the ball drilled for a skip snap reaction, the pin in the palm and the cg to right of my ring finger.  This ball gives me a very consistent reaction when the lanes start to dry out.  This ball is worth every cent.
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USBC Junior Bowler : 184 Avg

Current Arsenal:
Brunswick BVP Rampage

Brunswick Total Inferno

Hammer Black Widow
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Cal on August 01, 2007, 09:27:15 PM
I need to know what happens when I have a ball drill at 75%? And what happens hook wise at 50%? 25%also what do you recommend? How to be drill? Cal
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Crash15 on October 31, 2007, 05:00:53 PM
Got this ball in a trade and love it.  Rolled it yesterday for the first time. I hadn't had anything change to fit the grip to my hand, but wanted to see what I could do with it anyway.  
It has a very mild setup in it with the pin above and center of the fingers.  Seems to work very well for me. As I had hoped, a ball for when the conditions are light to medium oil.

Thanks to UCFKnight for the trade!!
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15# Brunswick Ultimate Inferno
15# Brunswick Rampage
coming soon Brunswick Absolute Inferno
 
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Strapper_Squared on December 02, 2007, 09:07:18 PM
Stats
Description in profile.

Ball
NIB 15lb Rampage with a 4-5" pin. Had one in my shop with quite a bit of yellow in the ball... Color was quite appealing to me, so I broke down a bought it.

Layout
I placed the pin 5.5" from my PAP (above and between my fingers) and the cg kicked right a little. Ball weighed out to be statically legal, no weight hole necessary.

Surface
Initially, I left the ball in the box condition.  Currently, I have the ball sanded to 2000 grit Abralon and treated with Doc's Magic Elixir

Lane Conditions
I've thrown this ball on a bunch of different conditions.  Two house shots, first was a 40' on HPL synthetics and the second was 37' with a short buff on HPL synthetics.  I've also thrown this ball on the Cheetah, Viper, and Chameleon patterns during my Experience league (also on HPL synthetics).

Reaction/Impressions
On the longer house shot, I was able to line up standing at 20 on the approach and throw ten at the arrows and belly the ball out a little (polished box finish).  The ball got easy length through the heads, revved up in the mids and made a strong arc off the end of the pattern.  Consistent strong reaction.  On the shorter house shot, I started on 30 on the approach, sent the ball over 15 at the arrows out to around 5 at the break point (polished box finish).  Again, easy length and a strong hard arc on the backend.  Easy to get the pocket and a strong reaction.  On both shots, as the pattern started to dry out, I was able to make 2&1 adjustments inside and chase the oil line.

PBA Experience Patterns
Cheetah
With the box finish, the Rampage ate up the Cheetah pattern.  Playing outside of the first arrow, the Rampage had just the right amount of length and backend reaction.  I would describe the reaction somewhere between a strong arc and a flip, but still controlled.  Super hit and carry on any shots a little light or flush in the pocket.  If I got a little slow with the ball, it would run high and leave a 4 pin or 4-9.  

On the fresh PBA Viper pattern, I was able to play a small swing shot over the second arrow out to around 6-7 board area at the break point.  Strong arcing backend reaction and good carry.  AS the night went on, I was able to make parallel moves and stay with the pocket.  No problems with carry.

On the Chameleon pattern, the box finish of the Rampage seemed to push a little too far down the lane for my liking.  Since I recently punched up an Elite Cheetah which also covers the lighter conditions well, I decided to change the surface of the Rampage.  I knocked off the shine with a 2000 grit Abralon pad and applied a coat of Doc's Elixir.  This surface change caused the ball to start up a little sooner (couple feet), and increased the overall amount of hook by about two boards.  This small change made a huge difference on the Chameleon pattern for me.  I was able to play straight up the boards around 11-12 at the arrows (on the fresh pattern).  Consistent strong reaction off the end of the pattern.  Great hit and great carry.    

Overall, the ball performs very well, especially for this price point.  With small surface tweaks, I've had success on a range of patterns.  This ball is best suited for the medium types of patterns.  I think the cover is just too strong to use on drier patterns... unless you have very high speed or lower revs.  I could see it being used on oilier patterns (with a something like a 1000 or 500 grit surface), but I think its best on mediums.

Comparisons
In box condition, the Rampage most closely reminds me of my Cheetah. Both balls would easily clear the heads and had same type of hard arcing reaction, however, the Rampage started up about 5'-6' sooner than the Cheetah.

With the sanded surface, I don't own anything else that reacts like the Rampage.  Strong and smooth.

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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: bonz50 on March 05, 2008, 04:12:53 PM
being a fairly new returning bowler (haven't really bowled since i was a young 'un in the late 70's) i bought a rampage strictly 'cuz i had intended to get a power groove but the color I wanted was on back order for several months...  no big deal so i pony up a couple extra george washingtons to get the rampage...  so glad I did...    I can't think of a better ball to work with...  took me a while to get used to actually having a ball that wasn't a plastic house ball...  I've been using the rampage now for several months, i do not do league bowling at all so i don't get out as frequently as i'd like to, however, compared to my house ball average my typical game has added about 20-30 pins per game, my consistency is much better, and I'm typically getting into the 160-170 range fairly consistently...  this ball is WAY better than i am and my skill is improving, but i attribute some of this to the ball and the fact that i'm very comfortable throwing it...  I don't know the actual setup of the ball other than it is a 15lb and my pro shop drilled it for THS conditions and a smooth predictable arc...  I'm just thrilled to death with this ball, so much so that I've reccomended it to a friend for his first performance ball as well...  I've since had my brother order up a Twisted Fury for my bag (to be drilled this weekend)...  should be a good compliment for me...  I might do a summer league or next fall, lotsa practice to go before I feel confident enough to go into a league though...
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: Ryan Peebles on March 13, 2008, 01:39:02 AM
Continuing with my return to the big B, I purchased the BVP Rampage.  My thanks go to Ric Hamlin for suggesting this piece as a complement to my Sidewinder, to Jeff Lizzi at Star Lanes in Sandusky, Ohio for punching the holes, and to the Internet for helping me compare apples and oranges!

I selected a drilling that has been very successful for me these past three years: pin under bridge 5" from PAP and 1" above grip center, CG in positive thumb quadrant 45 degrees from grip center, X-hole 6 3/4" from grip center and 1" past VAL in line through the CG.  Grips and slugs were employed as well, except I opted for ovals over lifts.

This ball is a modern-day Danger Zone Black Ice, but with a touch more angularity.  Although it is relatively clean through the heads, the Rampage needs oil to perform effectively.  The best condition was slightly broken heads with light traces of carrydown.  When this ball sniffs dry, it will react strong and sharp.  One final note: boy, does this ball hit the pocket hard!  Pin carry was no problem when the Rampage was in its element.

In only two complete series performances (and in two different houses), I have rolled 660 and 712 series with noted games of 269 and 256.  Overall, this ball is my new best friend, great for most typical house shots and, hopefully, some challenging Sport conditions.
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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: MelvinBrunsTrack on August 15, 2008, 07:40:06 PM
There have been alot of post about this ball. This is one of my favorite balls. My style is down and in.But can swing it out when need too. This ball stays online and then sharp turn to the pocket. I agree with others,this ball need a little oil up front and dry boards down lane. This is a keeper for me to use in the fall league in my house. Great job Big B !!!!!
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: agroves on March 19, 2009, 06:19:42 AM
The Brunswick Rampage is the best bowling ball I ever purchased.  I've had the ball for about 3 seasons, so a review is long overdue.

Me:
Med rev rate
Med speed
moderate axis tilt
Pap is 4 1/4 > 1/4 down

Ball:
Pin above bridge about 5" from my PAP
Cg under ring
OOB surface

Lane conditions:
USBC Open Championships(Corpus Christi)
Variety of house shots
Tournament shots
Sport Shots

This ball has saved my *** so many times it isn't even funny.  It seems that whenever I'm over/under with every other ball I own, I can find a consistent reaction with my Rampage.  

I feel this ball was a perfect match of coverstock and core.  It offers easy length and a nice move down lane.  I've played a variety of angles from up the gutter to deep inside with this ball.  My carry has always been very good with this piece in my hands.  

I shot 698 with this ball at Corpus in the singles event.  I've won more money in tournaments with this ball than any other I've ever drilled.  I placed 2nd just last weekend in a doubles tourney.  I used my Rampage 8 of 10 games, averaging nearly 222 for the day on a moderately difficult tournament pattern.(only 3 teams of 39 were plus after 6 games of qualifying)

We've been thru alot together.  It cracked out of the pin, so I have a large plug area above the fingers.  The fingers have been plugged once, the thumb twice.  But, she is still going to strong.

I purchased another one to put in the basement for a rainy day.

This one was definitely a winner from Bwick.  Great performance and a great price.  Strong backend reaction with a good read of the midlane.
Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: MelvinBrunsTrack on January 25, 2011, 09:00:32 AM
LANE CONDITION






Length: 37

 

Volume: medium oily


Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


 



COMMENTS





Likes: This is an updated review about this ball. I used this ball this past Sunday. 1 st game and 2 nd game I was using my Blast zone standing on 15 and going up 10. Nice pocket hits some light. 1st game 190 2nd game moved 2 bd to left 204 good game good pocket hit. 3rd game thats when I noctice the heads were drying up and the track area. 3rd game rampage standing on 20 little swing out to 10. This ball is amazing ,nice rev in the midland and at the break the ball just stood up and nice forward roll into the pocket. 3rd game 255 . I have not used this ball much because I have too many balls at home. Everytime I use this ball for later games , this ball never failed me. Since I am throwing 15 lbs now. I am going to get me another one , just to keep.


Dislikes: When its too much oil.


 


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Title: Re: BVP Rampage
Post by: HackJandy on June 03, 2017, 03:38:22 PM
I know this topic is old as hell and this ball is old as hell but imho it is criminally underrated.  Just threw a 233 on a somewhat dry house shot with which considering both myself and the ball have largely been dormant bowling wise for the last decade impresses at least me.  When I was a younger man I threw a 289 with it.  Lets put this way I bought it as an after thought thinking my Storm Shift was going to be my primary ball long ago but very quickly the Storm Shift found itself benched (that ball was a particle ball that was the definition of burning up on most shots though didn't know at time just knew it hit like a marshmallow usually).  Though the Shift cracked due to garage storage luckily the BVP being the trooper it was, survived.  Woot for that.  My recommendation is everyone should think about having one of the Brunswick PowerKoil balls in their arsenal.  More of a hammer man myself but this ball is the real deal.